Obituaries

Sandra Kay Buchholz

Sandra Kay Buchholz

Apr 10, 2025

Sandra Kay Buchholz, 65, devoted wife and mother, passed away on April 10, 2025. She was the loving daughter of the late Charles and Florence Seibert.

A dedicated computer analyst, Sandy spent her career serving many local schools in Anne Arundel County. Outside of her professional life, Sandy enjoyed the simpler pleasures of life, which included savoring good wine during her...

Louis Eugene Szech

Louis Eugene Szech

Apr 10, 2025

Louis Eugene Szech, 96, peacefully departed this life on April 10, 2025.  Born in Baltimore, he was the beloved son of the late Joseph and Rozalia Szczech.

Louis dedicated a significant portion of his professional life to C&P / Bell Atlantic, where he applied his expertise and unwavering work ethic.  In addition to his career, he served with honor as a...

Hannelore B. Ray

Hannelore B. Ray

Apr 9, 2025

Hannelore B. Ray, a beloved matriarch and loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away on April 9, 2025, at the age of 82. She was born in Germany to the late Anton and Helene Ewald. 

A woman of many talents, Hannelore found joy in sewing, crocheting, knitting, and crafting in general. Her hands were not only busy with yarn and...

Elizabeth Ann Szydlowski

Elizabeth Ann Szydlowski

Apr 9, 2025

Betty, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and the proud matriarch of her family, passed away at the age of 78 on April 9, 2025.

Betty’s life was a testament to unconditional love, quiet strength, and unwavering devotion to her family. She was the heart of every gathering, the first to lend a hand or offer a warm embrace, and the one everyone...

Richard Oneil Bailey

Richard Oneil Bailey

Apr 7, 2025

Richard “Rick” Bailey November 28, 1948 – April 7, 2025 A man who lit up a room, loved hard, worked with pride, and never missed a chance to a joke.

Richard (Rick) Bailey, 76, of Gambrills, Maryland, passed away on April 7, 2025, surrounded by the people who loved him most. Born on November 28, 1948, Rick lived a big life—full of...

June Marie Raker

June Marie Raker

Apr 5, 2025

June Marie Raker, born on June 25, 1938, in Baltimore, Maryland, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2025, in Glen Burnie, Maryland. She was a beloved figure whose dedication to her family and professional life left a significant impact on all who knew her.

June had a fulfilling career as a secretary for the National Security Agency (NSA). Her commitment and...

Eugene Wayne Gerkin Sr.

Eugene Wayne Gerkin Sr.

Apr 3, 2025

Eugene Wayne Gerkin Sr., 77, of Glen Burnie, passed away on April 3, 2025. He was born in Baltimore to the late James and Ida Gerkin. Wayne had a love for bowling, cars and nature. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Bernie Gerkin.

He is survived by his beloved daughter, Patricia Gerkin Novac; cherished grandchildren,...

Anna Margaret Tewey

Anna Margaret Tewey

Mar 30, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Anna Margaret Tewey, beloved mother, sister, wife, nana, aunt, and friend, who left us peacefully on March 30, 2025 at the age of 81. Anna was a cherished member of our family and will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

Anna was born on October 3, 1943 in...

Alice Ann Vecchioni

Alice Ann Vecchioni

Mar 30, 2025

Alice Ann Vecchioni (Gouldin), age 64, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2025. Born on April 8, 1960, Alice lived a life full of love, kindness, and devotion to her family.

Alice was the beloved wife of Michael Frederick Vecchioni (67), with whom she shared 40 wonderful years of marriage. She was a loving mother to Emily Davis (39), Meaghan DeBlouw...

Thomas McKinley Burress

Thomas McKinley Burress

Mar 29, 2025

Thomas McKinley Burress, of Severna Park, Maryland, age 78, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2025.

Born on March 29, 1947, in Jewell Valley, Virginia, Thomas was the son of the late Goldie and Harvie Burress.  He served his country proudly in the United States Army, achieving the rank of Tech Sergeant.  After his discharge from the military, Thomas went on...

Susan Carol Burington

Susan Carol Burington

Mar 29, 2025

On March 29, 2025, Susan Carol Burington, 72, of Glen Burnie, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2025, with her loving daughter by her side. She was born in California to the late Daryl and Helen Burington.

Susan enjoyed spending time with her daughter, reading interior design magazines and watching the Food Network. Above all, she was an avid animal lover,...

Paul William Thomas

Paul William Thomas

Mar 28, 2025

Paul William Thomas, 74, of Pasadena, passed away on March 28, 2025. He was born in Indiana to the late William L. and Gloria Jean Thomas.

Paul was an award-winning photographer, loved music and was a talented pianist. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his niece, Jessica Brown.

Paul is survived by his loving sister, Jennifer Brown;...

Charles F. Thrush Jr.

Charles F. Thrush Jr.

Mar 27, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Charles F. Thrush Jr., who left us on March 27, 2025, at the age of 86 in Selbyville, DE. 

Born in Baltimore, he was one of seven children to the late Marion A. and Charles F. Thrush. Charles proudly served his country in the Army, a testament to his dedication...

Cheryl Kay Shriner

Cheryl Kay Shriner

Mar 23, 2025

On Sunday, March 23, 2025, the world lost a radiant spirit as Cheryl Kay Shriner of Hanover, Maryland, passed away peacefully.  Born in Baltimore to her loving parents, Helen and John Walker, Cheryl dedicated her life to her family as a devoted homemaker and a nurturing stay-at-home mom.  Her passion for life was evident in her enjoyment of dancing and...

James Henry Hurd Jr.

James Henry Hurd Jr.

Mar 23, 2025

James Henry Hurd Jr., 79, of Severn, passed away at Heart Homes Assisted Living on March 23, 2025. Jim is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Sharon Lee Hurd; loving children, Lawrence Golden and his wife, Janie, Stephanie Maranto and Cindy Hurd; cherished grandchildren, Brittany Maranto, Ashlee Golden, Tyler Niko Maranto, Delaney DeCrispino, Nicholas Golden, Gavin Foley and...

Thomas Joseph Gramil

Thomas Joseph Gramil

Mar 21, 2025

On Friday, March 21, 2025, Thomas “Tom” Joseph Gramil, of Glen Burnie, MD passed away peacefully with family by his side. He is survived by his beloved wife, Bernadine “Herman” Gramil; loving children, David T. Gramil and his wife, Vicki, Jonathan J. Gramil and his wife, Diane, Matthew C. Gramil and his wife, Bree; and devoted grandchildren, Grace, Johnny, Christopher...

Richard Patrick Krueger, Sr.

Richard Patrick Krueger, Sr.

Mar 21, 2025

Richard Patrick Krueger, Sr., a dedicated longshoreman, loving father, and proud veteran, passed away on March 21, 2025, in Linthicum, MD. Born on December 30, 1934, in Baltimore to the late Herman and Bridget Krueger, Richard led a life that was firmly rooted in his community, faith, and family.

Richard honorably served in the United States Navy from 1954 to 1956,...

Joyce Ann Golden

Joyce Ann Golden

Mar 20, 2025

Joyce Ann (Blacksten) Golden passed away on March 20, 2025.  Born January 3, 1943 in New Windsor, Maryland, she was the only child of Rosanna Boyd Blacksten and Kenneth Blacksten.

Joyce was preceded in death by her husband of 44 years, James Golden; a son, Gregory Golden; a daughter, Susan Baker; and a half-brother, Gary Blacksten, son of Kenneth Blacksten.

She is...

Gloria Jean Frye

Gloria Jean Frye

Mar 17, 2025

Gloria Jean Frye, 74, proud owner of Larry’s Tavern, passed away on March 17, 2025. She is survived by her loving sons, David Frye and Mark J. Frye and his wife, Della; cherished grandchildren, Sabrina Listman (Angel Couch), Vanessa Adkins (Bernard Adkins) and Sylvia Frye (Travis Mallary); and her beloved great-grandchildren, Savanna, Ella, Evitt and Emersyn.

Born in Baltimore, she was...

Marie P. Kelly

Marie P. Kelly

Mar 17, 2025

Marie Paula Kelly, of Glen Burnie, a beloved wife and dedicated warehouse manager, passed away on March 17, 2025, at the age of 65. Born on June 27, 1959, in Baltimore to the late William and Rita Wise, she dedicated her life not only to her career but also to her family, friends, and her many interests.

Marie will be remembered...